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| - This past weekend was my first visit to Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, and I hate to say it would be my last time as well. But before you start slamming me for my two measly stars, allow me to break it down for you.
First, the establishment is clean, comfortable, friendly, and rich with tasty old world nostalgia. We had the same "Turturro-esq" waiter that E.C. G. had (lol!) who greeted us with a (somewhat) authentic east-side accent. Service was prompt and not over-bearing at all. One star.
Now, it has always been my experience that whenever the word "pie" is used to describe a pizza, it was a dining pleasure. This left me hopeful for a delectable dining experience here at Anthony's; my girl and I decided on sharing a meatball and ricotta pie.
It took a bit to get out to the table, which is normal for most custom cooked pies from any reputable establishment. However, when it came out to us and I took a bite, it didn't quite send my tastebuds into orgasmic excitement as I anticipated. I expected the meatballs to be hearty and savory with spicy abundance to offset and complement the otherwise drab ricotta. It must have been on vacation or off the clock on this evening.
A friend ordered this dish called "Eggplant Marino", which was supposedly named after Dan Marino's favorite dish. Now THAT dish was good and pleased my 'buds wonderfully. So I highly suggest ordering this for your eggplant lovers out there! Here's the second star.
Overall, I left the restaurant somewhat disappointed that pie's were their specialty. My feeling is that if you claim something in your establishment's name, it better damn well deliver the goods. Perhaps they should change the name to "Anthony's Better Dish Is Eggplant Marino".
Two stars is pushing it for me, but I'm in a nice mood today. Thanks for reading!
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